Attitudes toward people with disabilities and laws about accessibility can look really different depending on the country and culture you\u2019re in. The level of accommodations also varies by program, so it\u2019s important to start planning early\u2014ideally at least 6 months ahead\u2014by connecting with both the Center for Study Away and the Center for Disability Resources to talk through options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Don\u2019t let a disability hold you back from studying away! In fact, living and learning in another country can give you insight into how different cultures approach disability and accessibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Because each program and country is unique, think about which accommodations or support systems you rely on at Macalester (including family and friends) and which ones are essential for your success abroad. Standards for accessibility in the U.S. may not exist everywhere else, so it helps to do your research, be flexible, and stay open to different ways of getting support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can prepare by talking with other students, using the reflection questions below, and exploring the resources we\u2019ve suggested. And of course, the advisors in the Center for Study Away are always happy to talk with you about this during an advising session.<\/p>\n\n\nQuestions to Ask<\/h2>\n\t \t
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